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European Parliament member Jonas Sjöstedt (V) is closing his X account with over 135,600 followers as a protest against owner Elon Musk. He believes the platform has become increasingly right-wing extreme and permits harmful content. Sjöstedt calls on the EU to investigate X and Meta for their role in polarization.

2026년 01월 28일 AI에 의해 보고됨

Amazon representatives have returned to the EU Parliament for the first hearing since the escalated dispute. The session highlights the ongoing incompatibilities between the company, unions, and politics. Parliamentarians express doubts about the corporation's statements on working conditions.

After several years of negotiations, 20 out of 24 chapters in the India-EU free trade agreement have been finalized. The aim is to conclude the deal before the EU leaders' visit to India this month, making it India's largest FTA. This pact would boost bilateral trade, though sensitive issues remain to be addressed.

2026년 01월 16일 AI에 의해 보고됨

중국은 EU와 무역 긴장 완화를 위해 양자 외교를 강화하며 특정 회원국에 시장 접근, 비자 완화, 상징적 제스처를 제안한다. 브뤼셀과의 관계가 악화되더라도 베이징은 유럽 정부를 적극 공략한다. 프랑스 항공기 주문과 아일랜드·스페인 쇠고기·돼지고기 시장 재개방 등이 예시다.

Around 100 farmers from France and Belgium have blocked highway border crossings in protest against the planned EU free trade agreement with Mercosur countries. President Macron announced that France will not agree to the deal, citing risks to the agricultural sector. In Brussels, a qualified majority for signing is expected on Friday.

2026년 01월 05일 AI에 의해 보고됨

The CSU proposes allowing accompanied driving for a class B car license from age 16 across the EU. Currently, since 2011, this has been possible from age 17. The initiative aims to provide more driving practice and safety for young people, especially in rural areas.